S. John Ryan

S. John Ryan

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2006

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S. John Ryan is a partner in Seward & Kissel’s Employee Benefits Group. He joined the Firm in 1998. John advises a variety of clients — publicly and closely held corporations, partnerships, governmental entities, tax-exempt foundations and sole proprietorships — concerning all aspects of employee benefits matters. These matters include representation involving the structuring, drafting, operation, amendment and termination of qualified and non-qualified pension, profit-sharing, stock bonus and employee stock ownership plans, individual retirement accounts, stock option plans and group life, disability, medical reimbursement, and other types of welfare plans.

S. John Ryan is a partner in Seward & Kissel’s Employee Benefits Group. He joined the Firm in 1998. John advises a variety of clients — publicly and closely held corporations, partnerships, governmental entities, tax-exempt foundations and sole proprietorships — concerning all aspects of employee benefits matters. These matters include representation involving the structuring, drafting, operation, amendment and termination of qualified and non-qualified pension, profit-sharing, stock bonus and employee stock ownership plans, individual retirement accounts, stock option plans and group life, disability, medical reimbursement, and other types of welfare plans.

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Reviews

4.5 / 5

31 Reviews

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Emanuel Runolfsson

Jan 30, 2026

So glad I called S. John Ryan to handle my Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law case in New York

Just wanted to say a huge thanks to S. John Ryan and the staff. They really went above and beyond for me and my family during a very difficult legal battle. We couldn't have done it without their cons...

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Allen Tremblay

Jan 30, 2026

Highly recommend S. John Ryan for anyone needing expert Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law help in New York

Short and sweet: S. John Ryan is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. If you're in New York and need help with your legal issues, call them immediately....

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Ruth Homenick

Jan 30, 2026

Reliable lawyer you can count on - S. John Ryan provided excellent service throughout

It's hard finding a reliable lawyer these days, but S. John Ryan in New York is definitely one of the good ones. Would use them again if needed without hesitation. They are professional, responsive, a...

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Cameron Kunde

Jan 30, 2026

Simply amazing representation from S. John Ryan's office during my recent legal matter

I was really stressed about my case in New York, but S. John Ryan made everything so smooth and stress-free. Seriously, the best decision I've made lately was hiring them. They handled every detail wi...

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Sally Daniel

Jan 30, 2026

Excellent legal representation provided by S. John Ryan for my Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law case

Super helpful and professional staff at S. John Ryan's office. Thanks again for everything you did for me! It was a long journey, but you made it much easier with your constant support and legal exper...